WASHINGTON, April 26, 2024 –The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) applauds Boeing’s agreement to take over operations at the GKN Aerospace St. Louis facility. Boeing previously owned the facility, which was later purchased by GKN in 2001. This agreement marks a significant shift in the facility’s ownership and operations, with Boeing now resuming control.
Read moreThe 2024 IAM International Staff Conference officially commenced this week in Washington, D.C., drawing together approximately 600 IAM staff from across North America. This important event marks a strategic gathering designed to chart the future course for growth and transformation within the IAM, ensuring our union remains at the forefront of advocating for worker’s rights.
Read moreThe International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is a part of Maryland history today as Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) signs the Library Workers Empowerment Act into state law. The Library Workers Empowerment Act paves the way for Maryland’s unorganized public library employees to form unions and collectively bargain with their employers. “We
Read moreIAM International President Brian Bryant just sent a strong letter to U.S. Senators urging them to sign on to Sen. Laphonza Butler’s letter to Delta CEO Ed Bastian calling for the company’s neutrality toward workers’ union organizing efforts. Ask your senators to send a strong message of support to workers at Delta by signing on
Read moreHouse Republicans have launched a full-scale attack on rail workers.
Delta Air Lines employees have been trying to organize a union for years, but the company bosses have repeatedly interfered and intimidated them. It's time for shareholders and customers to stand up and demand that Delta respect its employees.
Now is the time to tell your member of Congress to vote “yes” on Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.
In honor of Women’s History Month, at least 15 union members, from IAM District 70 in Wichita, Kan., volunteered to help build a home that is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity.
Read moreThe IAM’s William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center recently conducted its week-long foundational skills class for officers and other representatives in the machinists union. Two full classrooms allowed new staff to meet and work with colleagues from around North America. During the class, members learned how to manage their time and make schedules to
Read moreWASHINGTON, March 8, 2024 – Atlantic Aviation workers at the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport voted overwhelmingly to join the IAM Union. Approximately 33 workers who handle ground operations at the airport voted in the election held on Wednesday, March 6. The campaign, which commenced in 2023, primarily focused on addressing scheduling and hours worked issues. Through the
Read moreIAM District 776 recently conducted a comprehensive presentation at Texas State Technical College (Harlingen, TX) as part of its union education and outreach program.
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